Which one of the following quantities is at a maximum when an object in simple harmonic motion is at its maximum displacement?
A)speed
B)acceleration
C)kinetic energy
D)frequency

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When an object in simple harmonic motion is at its maximum displacement, its acceleration is at a maximum, as it is changing direction and moving towards the equilibrium point. The speed, kinetic energy, and frequency are not necessarily at their maximum points at this same position.

Which One of the Following Quantities Is at a Maximum